Six vineyards across Rapsani appellation
Xinomavro / Stavroto / Krassato
Ages in old 500L French oak barrels for 12 months
ACIDITY: medium +
BODY: medium
TANNIN: medium firm
LENGTH: long
EYE: Bright dark cherry red, touch of plum
NOSE: Stewed cherries, black pepper, leather, tar, tobacco, tomato
MOUTH: Forest floor, licorice, seasalt, bramble, plum, strawberry, pomegranate, basil, black pepper, something animal, lifted finish
RUMINATIONS: A patchwork of the Rapsani appellation; a premium red wine deserving of attention, a rush of acid across the palate gives way to fresh and bruised red fruits, chewy tannins, satisfying and lean finish–pervasive tomato notes have one thinking of meat stews and open fires, of toasted barrels and gushing blood, of good books and spare time
COMPARABLES: Langhe Nebbiolo, Carignan, Nerello Mascalese
PAIRING: Charcuterie, roasted lamb/goat, grilled steaks, pasta with meat, tomato salads, ratatouille, stews